What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper/ Laundry Aide position at Santa Rosa Center for Rehabilitation and Healing?
We provide long-term care and rehabilitation services to residents of the greater Pensacola area. If you are like us, dedicated to evaluating, identifying, and tending to the needs of the community, apply now! Come and make a difference with us at Santa Rosa Center.
WHY WORK FOR US? BECAUSE WE OFFER:
- 401k
- Tuition Reimbursement (Ask about our Bridge to LPN/RN Program)
- Comfortable staffing ratios
- Opportunities for overtime
- A team environment where we treat each other with respect, dignity, and compassion
- Attendance Bonuses
- Health/dental/vision insurance
Position Summary:
Responsible for keeping all areas of the facility neat and clean and ensuring all sorting and washing of all garments, linens, and other items is completed daily
Major Duties and Critical Tasks:
1. Ensure that all areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable and attractive manner; that all staff has the appropriate training, equipment and supplies successfully execute this responsibility.
2. Ensure appropriate techniques are followed when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning/laundry prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.
3. Ensure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing housekeeping/laundry functions.
4. Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing services. Perform isolation cleaning procedures in accordance with established infection control procedures.
5. Makes decisions that reflect both knowledge and good judgment.
6. Shows evidence of awareness of own limitations and seeks assistance when necessary.
7. Adheres to dress code and facility attendance policy.
8. Attends committee meetings, if assigned. Reports related to the committee are given during staff meetings.
9. Takes responsibility for own professional growth. Attends and participates in all scheduled training, educational and orientation classes, programs and activities including annual mandatory classes.
10. Follows work schedules and completes assigned tasks according to the established standards of the facility
11. Review staff concerns in a timely manner. Assure adequate communication to keep the Director of Facilities and Grounds informed of any area of concern.
12. In conjunction with the human resources department and Director of Facilities and Grounds, responsible for maintaining established goals for employee turnover and retention .
Human Relations
A. Demonstrates a positive working relationship with patients/residents, visitors and facility staff.
B. Acknowledges authority and exhibits appropriate response to the direction of supervisors.
C. Spends time with patients/residents rather than other personnel.
D. Readily assists co-workers as needed.
HOUSEKEEPING AIDE QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED Preferred
Experience not required
Position Summary:
Responsible for keeping all areas of the facility neat and clean and ensuring all sorting and washing of all garments, linens, and other items is completed daily
Major Duties and Critical Tasks:
1. Ensure that all areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable and attractive manner; that all staff has the appropriate training, equipment and supplies successfully execute this responsibility.
2. Ensure appropriate techniques are followed when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning/laundry prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.
3. Ensure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing housekeeping/laundry functions.
4. Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing services. Perform isolation cleaning procedures in accordance with established infection control procedures.
5. Makes decisions that reflect both knowledge and good judgment.
6. Shows evidence of awareness of own limitations and seeks assistance when necessary.
7. Adheres to dress code and facility attendance policy.
8. Attends committee meetings, if assigned. Reports related to the committee are given during staff meetings.
9. Takes responsibility for own professional growth. Attends and participates in all scheduled training, educational and orientation classes, programs and activities including annual mandatory classes.
10. Follows work schedules and completes assigned tasks according to the established standards of the facility
11. Review staff concerns in a timely manner. Assure adequate communication to keep the Director of Facilities and Grounds informed of any area of concern.
12. In conjunction with the human resources department and Director of Facilities and Grounds, responsible for maintaining established goals for employee turnover and retention .
Human Relations
A. Demonstrates a positive working relationship with patients/residents, visitors and facility staff.
B. Acknowledges authority and exhibits appropriate response to the direction of supervisors.
C. Spends time with patients/residents rather than other personnel.
D. Readily assists co-workers as needed.
HOUSEKEEPING AIDE QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED Preferred
Experience not required
